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Expert Advice: Health
Heart Murmurs in Dogs: What to Know
Heart murmurs in dogs can be harmless or represent serious health conditions. Learn about the different types and how they're diagnosed and treated.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/heart-murmurs-in-dogs/
| June 13, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Miniature American Shepherds ‘Lexi,’ ‘Willow,’ ‘Nayla,’ and ‘Wren’ Compete at AKC RNC
The world of AKC Rally may be smaller, but there's certainly room in this dog sport for Terry Albert,
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/miniature-american-shepherds-akc-rally-national-championships/
| June 12, 2023
Legislative Alerts
CT SB 1069: Clarification– Bill With Positive Amendments Impacting Kennels Proceeding to Governor
The American Kennel Club (AKC) would like to clarify that Connecticut Senate Bill 1069 has been transferred to Governor Ned Lamont for executive action. While other states assign a “Public Act” number to new laws after receiving a governor’s approval, Connecticut assigns one to legislation that is being prepared to be presented to the Governor […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ct-sb-1069-clarification-bill-positive-amendments-impacting-kennels-proceeding-governor/
| June 6, 2023
Legislative Alerts
CT Update: Amended Bill Impacting Kennels and Domestic Dog Laws Becomes Law
Both the American Kennel Club (AKC) and the Connecticut Federation of Dog Clubs and Responsible Dog Owners (CFDRDO) are delighted to report that a further amended SB 1069 was signed into law yesterday by Connecticut Governor Lamont. Now Public Act No. 23-17, the new law is the result of AKC outreach and grassroots lobbying by […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ct-update-amended-bill-impacting-kennels-domestic-dog-laws-becomes-law/
| June 6, 2023
Legislative Alerts
Texas Wrap-Up: Updates on Dog-Related Legislation
This past weekend, the 2023 Texas Regular Legislative Session adjourned. AKC tracked 49 bills this session, and below are updates on significant bills of interest impacting Texas dog owners, trainers, and handlers. A special session was called and began on May 30. AKC will continue to track newly introduced legislation throughout the special session. We […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/texas-wrap-updates-dog-related-legislation/
| June 1, 2023
Clubs & Delegates
Regulation Highlights May 2023
Federal Regulatory Update – The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced in late January that it is extending current requirements for the import of live dogs from countries at high risk for rabies. These requirements had been due to expire January 31, 2023. Under current requirements established in June 2022 all categories of […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/regulation-highlights-may-2023/
| May 23, 2023
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues May 2023
News from the State Capitols Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Alabama – SB 2 seeks to prohibit inmates from participating in training of dogs for tracking humans. AKC is monitoring this legislation, which was assigned to the Senate Veterans and Military Affairs Committee. Alabama – SB 242 seeks to remove the […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/state-issues-may-2023/
| May 22, 2023
Legislative Alerts
Washington State Adjourns 2023 Legislative Session
The Washington Legislature has concluded its 2023 legislative session. AKC actively monitored and participated in numerous bills before the legislature this year. While the session is adjourned, we are seeing many local governments across the country considering proposals that would impact dog owners in their community. We encourage Washington residents to watch local media and […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/washington-state-adjourns-2023-legislative-session/
| May 15, 2023
Legislative Alerts
Florida Update: Bad Bills Fail, Positive Bills Continue to Advance
Florida dog owners breathed sighs of relief when the hard-fought 2023 Florida legislative session adjourned on Friday, May 5th. Several problematic bills did not advance, while positive bills passed in the state legislature and await action by the Governor. Possibly the most egregious state-level dog breeder bills (HB 1581/SB 1492) filed in the U.S. to […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/florida-update-bad-bills-fail-positive-bills-continue-advance/
| May 9, 2023
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Expert Advice: Health
Can I Wash My Dog With Soap?
When it's bathtime, the best way to keep your pet clean is with products specially formulated for dogs. But what happens if you run out of dog shampoo? Can you use soap made for people on your dog? What Can I Wash My Dog With? Dog shampoos made with detergents work best on canine skin. They support […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/can-i-wash-my-dog-with-soap/
| May 5, 2023